Shipping Lead

Shipping Lead Job ID: 2026-10842 | Openings: 1 | Category: Functional Support | Clearance: Tier 3 - Secret/ADP II | Location: US-VA-McLean Company Overview By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide. Position Overview Our By Light Implementation team, the premier provider of innovative Information Technology (IT) services and communications support to the Department of Defense and Federal Agencies, is growing. We're increasing our team to support the U.S. Army Comprehensive Modernization (COMPMOD). The program includes conducting survey and design, engineer, furnish, install, secure, and test (EFIS&T) solutions to include non-secure internet protocol router (NIPR), secure internet protocol router (SIPR), Wi-Fi, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Inside Plant (ISP), Outside Plant (OSP), and Voice Modernization at U.S. Army Base/Post/Camp/Station (B/P/C/S) across the Continental United States (CONUS). We have an opening for a Shipping Lead overseeing shipping operations and ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating logistics to guarantee timely and accurate delivery of goods to the proper location. This is an fast-paced environment requiring timely decision-making and the ability to handle interruptions while maintaining accuracy. May involve multi-state shipping coordination and interaction with multiple customers and teammates. Responsibilities Manage Shipping Operations: Coordinate with the customer to oversee daily warehouse activities including shipping, receiving, storage, order staging, and inventory control to ensure on-time delivery and damage-free shipments. Documentation and Compliance: Coordinate handreceipts from the customer and prepare shipping documentation, commercial invoices, and shipping labels; maintain compliance with ISO, OSHA, DOT, IATA, HAZMAT, and other regulatory standards. Logistics Coordination: Schedule trucks for LTL freight, coordinate with the customer for carriers as needed. Verify materials against receiving documents, noting and reporting discrepancies and obvious damages, and arrange dispatch of the cargo in tracking software. Quality Control: Perform inspections, generate QC reports, and ensure proper packaging and labeling of all outgoing shipments. Team Leadership: Train, coach, and supervise shipping staff, assist with RF equipment usage, and manage small projects or process improvements. Customer Service: Communicate with internal teams and customers to resolve shipping issues, provide accurate information, and maintain inventory counts. File Over/Short Reports and Transportation Discrepancy Reports as needed. Contact customers for cargo pick up or arrange delivery of cargo. Maintain inbound and outbound cargo files as directed. Assist in segregating hazardous material. Immediately inform the TOPM of any issues or crisis regarding delivery schedule or discrepancy in receipt of equipment. Coordinate with the customer to update them on any shipping issues or delays. Ensure on-time delivery of equipment to all sites. Required Experience/Qualifications Education: Associate Degree or higher in relevant fields such as logistics, business, or management. Experience: Minimum 5 years in shipping, warehouse, or logistics roles, with leadership experience preferred. Proven record of property accountability. Strong communication and customer service skills to coordinate with customer, carriers, and internal teams. Detail-oriented for accurate documentation, order verification, and quality inspections. Organizational and leadership skills to manage site shipping personnel, prioritize tasks, and oversee multiple shipments simultaneously. Proficiency with shipping software and ERP systems from all major carriers. Demonstrates flexibility to changing priorities as dictated by Army customer mission change or business needs. Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities, and develops expertise in those areas. Basic commands of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook). Knowledge of hazmat handling, international shipping regulations, and safety procedures. Experience working with the Army. Preferred Experience/Qualifications Certifications (optional): IATA, HAZMAT. Special Requirements/Security Clearance SECRET clearance required. Physical Demands Primarily warehouse-based, involving standing, walking, lifting (up to 30‑50 lbs), and occasional climbing or reaching overhead. #J-18808-Ljbffr